Adolescent

The Adolescent Program is designed to assist teenagers with the following:

Poor impulse control

Self-harm or thoughts of self-harm

Depression, sadness, hopelessness

Mood instability

Auditory or visual hallucinations

Persistent worry or panic attacks

Anxiety

Hyperactivity

Hypervigilance

Paranoia or delusions

Substance Use

The program serves adolescents (ages 13-17) experiencing an acute psychiatric crisis in which his or her behavior jeopardizes safety or in which he or she experiences severe deterioration in ability to function. The goal of the program is to stabilize the crisis and to help the adolescent and family embrace the hope of recovery.

KEY COMPONENTS OF TREATMENT

Board-certified psychiatrists for medical care

Compassionate around-the-clock nursing care

Safety empowerment system to develop internal control

Therapeutic community

Academic enrichment

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Structured environment

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

Family therapy

Mindfulness

Motivational Interviewing

Collaboration with outpatient providers

Aftercare planning for continued recovery

Call SUN First.

Patients and families or referring professionals can call SUN 24/7 to schedule a no cost assessment. Adolescents can be assessed and admitted directly to SUN. A SUN Intake Specialist will be waiting to help. Professional referrals are not necessary. Inpatient and outpatient services provided. Programs available for all ages.